Lin Qingyuan struggled fiercely, trying to push away the person holding him.
But he was a spoiled young master who couldn't even kill a chicken. He was no match for the soldiers and was easily carried away like a chick.
The guards who came with the Lin family were also captured. They were not treated like masters and were thrown out the door.
The servant hurriedly threw down five taels of silver and, shouting and yelling, chased after them.
Seeing through Lin Qingyuan's intentions, Song Liyun returned to town in the afternoon and did not travel alone; Zhou Xiang sent someone to accompany her.
Inside the Drunken Spring Pavilion, Lin Qingyuan lay on a cool couch, groaning softly, while two maids massaged his shoulders and legs.
When Huang Changsheng heard that Young Master Lin had been kicked out of Tianxiang Tower, he rushed to the back building to visit him.
Upon seeing Lin Qingyuan, Huang Changsheng looked anxious and worried, saying, "Young master, you should find a doctor to take a look. Those brutes are really... how dare they be disrespectful to you."
Lin Qingyuan sat up abruptly, pointing towards Tianxiang Tower and gritting his teeth, "I, a dignified young master of the Lin family, have been insulted to this extent by these soldiers... This is outrageous! It's an insult to civilization!"
He instinctively reached for the fan but grasped at nothing, then remembered that he had lost it when he was thrown to the ground at Tianxiang Tower.
Seeing his sour look, Huang Changsheng suppressed his laughter and said angrily, "Young master originally went to Qili County to recuperate. It was my poor care that caused this grievance. Young master, just tell me what you want to do, and I will do my duty without hesitation."
Is this an attempt to cause trouble using his name?
Lin Qingyuan smoothed his hair, waved for the two maids to leave, and then rose to sit in the main seat. He said calmly, "Huang Changsheng, don't try to act tough with me. You're the one who sent me to Tianxiang Tower. You're keeping some things from me. Do you think I'm a fool?"
Huang Changsheng's heart skipped a beat. He quickly cupped his hands and protested, "Young master! When you first came to Qili County, you asked me where there were fun places to visit and delicious food to eat."
I recommended Tianxianglou to you because I genuinely believe their food is unique and I think you will enjoy it.
Unexpectedly, they didn't even know how to greet guests or take orders, causing the young master's maid to... make a fool of herself.
Lin Qingyuan didn't even lift his eyelids. He was the one who orchestrated Xiao Cui's trip to Tianxiang Tower. What was so shameful about it? It made him happy all day.
What he wanted to ask was why Huang Changsheng kept quiet about the fact that the group consisted entirely of soldiers.
If I hadn't been quick-witted, I wouldn't have been thrown out on the first day, and I wouldn't have waited for Miss Song.
"Huang Changsheng, why don't you say that Tianxianglou has a connection with Wei?"
Seeing that Huang Changsheng was still trying to fool him, Lin Qingyuan leaned back in his chair, his eyes half-closed, his charming eyes instantly turning into stinging venomous bees.
Huang Changsheng had a bad feeling. This kind of playboy was extremely petty. If he thought that Huang Changsheng was deliberately trying to harm him, he would definitely cause trouble.
He quickly began to complain again: "Young master, Tianxiang Restaurant used to belong to Hong Jingtian. Hong Jingtian committed a crime, and the restaurant was shut down by the government. I don't know how it ended up in the hands of the garrison."
We're all honest people trying to earn a little money; we never imagined the garrison would take over and release so many soldiers.
"Alright, enough with the talk of gains and losses. I know exactly what you're thinking."
Huang Changsheng opened his mouth and stammered, "I... what thoughts could I possibly have!"
Lin Qingyuan held up two fingers: "If I said I could help you take over Tianxiang Tower..."
A glint flashed in Huang Changsheng's eyes, but he quickly shook his head: "Young master misunderstands. Tianxianglou belongs to the garrison. I dare not think too much about it. As long as we can get the recipe for the barbecue seasoning, Zuichunlou will also be Tianxianglou."
He had indeed considered buying Tianxianglou, which had an excellent location, but now, two months later, Tianxianglou was doing incredibly well, and even if the government wanted to sell it, he probably couldn't afford the price.
Besides, with such a money-making treasure, who would dare to compete with the garrison for it? Angering those uncouth men is just asking for trouble.
Lin Qingyuan stroked his chin and chuckled, "That's easy, but you'll have to help me think of a way to get that Manager Song to me."
He thought to himself: I dare not think too much... I only asked for the seasoning recipe... Isn't this just taking away someone else's livelihood?
"What? Song Liyun?"
Someone actually dared to want that Rouge Tiger; they really have unique tastes.
Huang Changsheng's eyes widened, but countless thoughts flashed through his mind in an instant. Lin Qingyuan taking that military household woman as a concubine was indeed a good idea.
Although Lin Qingyuan is a playboy, he is unmarried and neither he nor his wife is married, so it's not impossible for him to get married.
Thinking of this, he whispered, "Young master, you are handsome and generous, how could you not handle a soldier's daughter?"
Lin Qingyuan gave a soft snort, his face showing hesitation, looking as if he were troubled by love: "If I had a solution, would I need to ask you?"
Huang Changsheng whispered something in Lin Qingyuan's ear, and Lin Qingyuan nodded slightly: "Boss Huang is indeed resourceful. Good, I will definitely not forget your kindness after it's done."
Huang Changsheng beamed with joy: "Young master, you've worked hard. I'll go ahead and tell the people to prepare a table of food and wine for you."
Lin Qingyuan nodded: "Yes, my men will be returning to the city tomorrow, and they will send a message to my elder brother."
After Huang Changsheng left happily, Lin Qingyuan's smile vanished, and he muttered under his breath, "You old bastard, I'm a gentleman who's charming, not vulgar."
What was originally a romantic affair between two people turned into a sordid act of coercion. What pleasure is there in that?
However, this Manager Song has good business acumen; if we could win him over…”
Just then, a guard bowed and entered, taking out a letter and handing it to Lin Qingyuan: "Young Master, this is from Ruzhu Pavilion. Old He also said that the eldest young master is discussing the matter of investing."
Lin Qingyuan took the book and opened it; a few lines of text came into view.
A faint smile appeared on his face: "Tell Lao He and the others that 20% of the profits will be distributed to everyone. As for investing... let's put that off for now, and talk about it when I get back to the city."
The guard's face instantly lit up with joy: "Thank you, young master!"
Once Lin Qingyuan was alone in the room, he completely opened the envelope. The envelope turned into a letter with many words written on it; the real letter was inside.
Lin Qingyuan examined the letter several times before taking out a tinderbox and burning it.
The palace has now begun purchasing agate and turquoise, and the Hecheng Qijia family has already dispatched caravans to the Dilu grasslands.
Not many people know that in addition to furs, the Dilu Grassland also produces jade and gemstones of various colors.
However, these gems are hidden in the silt of various river channels. Summer snowmelt washes away the pebbles on the riverbed, allowing herders to occasionally find them when the water level drops in autumn.
Finding those wandering Di tribes on the vast grasslands requires a real guide and a map.
Lin Qingyuan touched a smooth green bean-shaped stone on his finger, his eyes gleaming: it was time for his caravan to set off.
The Lin family, or indeed everyone in Pingyang Prefecture, was unaware that the true owner of the city's finest jewelry store, Ruzhuge, was none other than the infamous playboy from the Lin family, who only knew how to indulge in romance and pleasure.
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